Built in 1790 (the northern part in 1850), Langabúð is the oldest house in Djúpivogur and one of the country’s oldest standing commercial buildings. The present building was erected on older foundations which were located where the Djúpivogur trading post had always been since it was opened by German merchants in 1589.

Langabúð now facilitates an interesting heritage museum, and a collection of artwork by sculptor and engraver Ríkharður Jónsson, as well as an exhibition about Eysteinn Jónsson, a well-known politician from the area. In addition, Langabúð serves as the cultural centre of Djúpivogur village. The restaurant in Langabúð offers delicious soups, freshly-baked bread, pancakes, and traditional baked goods.

Ten ideas for recreation in Southeast Iceland and the East Fjords:

1. Feel awe-inspired by the distinct Búlandstindur mountain and climb it if you dare.
2. Learn about the fascinating history of Hans Jonatan, ‘ Iceland’s first Black settler in Djúpivogur, who escaped from slavery and became a valued member of the community in Djúpivogur.
3. Observe the outdoor artwork „Eggin í Gleðivík“ in Djúpivogur by Sigurður Guðmundsson, symbolizing the eggs of all the 34 different bird species that nest in the region.
4. Feast on fresh lobster in one of the restaurants in Höfn, ‘ ‘Iceland’s lobster capital.“
5. Try the outdoor hot tubs at Hoffell, near Höfn.
6. Book a reindeer sightseeing tour, birdwatching tour or another kind of wild nature experience.
7. Taste the beer brewed at micro-brewery Beljandi in Breiðdalsvík.
8. Also, stop at the waterfall Beljandi, after which the brewery is named.
9. The region is famous for colourful minerals; ‘Petra’s Stone Collection in Stöðvarfjörður has a fantastic variety of minerals on display.
10. Follow in the footsteps of French sailors who used to reside in fishing village Fáskrúðsfjörður and visit the beautifully renovated French hospital.

For more information and travel tips, go to www.east.is or www.vistitvatnajokull.is